‘The pass rushers’ room had grown crowded for the Bills. They drafted Basham the same year they selected Greg Rousseau in the first round, and both arrived a year after drafting A.J. Epenesa in the second round.’
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Analysis: Backup QB, middle LB and OT depth all still concerns after Bills set initial 53-man roster
‘At the moment, the Bills only have three primary tackles on the roster – starters Dawkins and Brown, as well as Van Demark. That leaves them both thin and very inexperienced if something were to happen to either Dawkins or Brown. Anderson made it because the Bills value positional versatility up front, and he can play across the line. Still, after releasing David Quessenberry, it feels like a veteran tackle is a priority for this roster ahead of the regular season. The problem is, there is a shortage of them across the entire league. Conversely, depth on the interior of the line looks to be strong, provided McGovern is ready to play in Week 1. He missed the final preseason game because of a knee injury.’
Bills trade of Boogie Basham, Von Miller to PUP highlight roster cutdown day
‘Giving up on a 2021 second-round draft pick after just two seasons and 4.5 sacks represents quite a whiff on the part of general manager Brandon Beane and his college scouting staff.’
Buffalo Bills’ 53-man roster includes Damar Hamlin and former undrafted free agents
‘As early as Wednesday, changes will start to be made as the Bills are expected to place wide receiver Justin Shorter and linebacker Baylon Spector on injured reserve. That will open two spots for players who were released Tuesday in what will amount to paperwork moves.’
Buffalo Bills initial 53-man roster is set: What to make of the big moves to get there
‘Veteran Shaq Lawson played over both Epenesa and Basham last year and continues to have the trust of the Bills’ coaches. Epenesa probably isn’t in the Bills’ long-term plans, either, but did post 6.5 sacks last season and has been in the system for three seasons.’
Buffalo Bills keep Syracuse product Kingsley Jonathan on initial 53-man roster over 2nd-round pick
‘Jonathan was a long shot at the start of training camp because he was buried on the third team behind several Bills draft picks from the past few seasons. But when Buffalo decided to trade former second-round pick Boogie Basham on Tuesday before the cut deadline, a path was cleared for Jonathan to stick on the team.’
Buffalo Bills trading former 2nd-round defensive end to the Giants (Reports)
‘Basham found himself in a crowded defensive end room this summer after the team signed veteran pass rusher Leonard Floyd in free agency. Basham had two sacks during the preseason and started against the Chicago Bears in the preseason finale last Saturday. The start was likely an audition for other teams interested in adding a pass rusher before the start of the season.’
Buffalo Bills adding former first round pick to 53-man roster at offensive tackle
‘On Tuesday, it was reported that Germain Ifedi made a free agent visit with the Bills. A few hours after the visit was announced, NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported that the Bills would be signing Ifedi.’
Miller to remain on Bills PUP list, Basham traded; Several reported cuts made by Buffalo
‘Miller made a late charge to avoid the regular-season PUP list when he donned a helmet and leg pads for the first time this past Wednesday while enduring the most grueling workout he had experienced since training camp had opened several weeks before. But watching him participate in the exercise, he did not appear to be a player approaching 100% or even 90%. It seems the Bills took the conservative, appropriate approach in this circumstance, which should allow their top pass rusher to regain his top form before returning to game action.’
Reid Ferguson, A.J. Klein among Bills’ final cuts, with more moves expected
‘One notable cut was long snapper Reid Ferguson, who was the longest tenured player on the team. However, Ferguson’s contract did not hold any cap penalties for being released and his longevity in the NFL does not make him subject to waivers.’
Von Miller to miss first four games by staying on PUP, Bills trade Boogie Basham to Giants
‘The Bills have been vague throughout the offseason as to Miller’s odds of playing at the start of the season, while general manager Brandon Beane admitted they knew for “a long time” that he would start training camp on the PUP list, although there have been no setbacks during his recovery.’
Jets to avoid facing Von Miller in Week 1 as Bills keep linebacker on PUP list
‘Over the course of Miller’s six career games against Gang Green, he has recorded 6.5 sacks, 12 quarterback hits, three passes defended and 10 tackles for loss.’
Recently cut Lions offensive tackle to reportedly sign with Buffalo Bills
‘Ifedi spent his first four seasons with the Seahawks, starting 60 games between tackle and guard. He then landed with the Chicago Bears for two years, starting another 23 games inside the NFC North. He’s a big, powerful option at 6-foot-5, 344 pounds, so seeing him get new work this quickly is not surprising.’
Former sixth-round RB pick for Lions released by Buffalo Bills
‘Johnson appeared in 18 games, earning one start in his short stint around these parts. He ran 63 times for 273 yards, adding 24 catches for 109 yards. The running back was waved early in the 2021 campaign, eventually landing with the New York Jets.’
Comeback complete: Bills safety Damar Hamlin makes 53-man roster after cardiac arrest
‘Hamlin, whose cardiac arrest during a Monday Night Football game in January made national headlines, played in all three games for the Bills this preseason.’